The packaging and transportation of GB crane rails need to follow relevant standards and specifications to ensure that the rails are not damaged during transportation, as follows:
Packaging
Bundling packaging: Crane rails are usually bundled, generally using steel belts or wire ropes. The spacing and method of bundling are determined according to factors such as the length, weight and transportation method of the rails to ensure that the rails will not loosen during transportation. For longer rails, it may be necessary to increase the bundling points to prevent the rails from colliding with each other due to shaking during transportation.
End protection: The ends of the rails are easily damaged by collisions during transportation, so special protection is required for the ends. Generally, special plastic or wooden end caps are used at both ends of the rails, which can effectively prevent the ends from being bruised and deformed during loading and unloading and transportation.
Surface protection: In order to prevent the surface of the rails from being scratched and corroded during transportation, a layer of protective paint or anti-rust oil will be applied to the surface. Then wrap it with moisture-proof paper or plastic film to isolate air and moisture, further protecting the surface of the rails.
Transportation
Railway transportation: If it is transported by rail, the rails are usually loaded on a railway flatbed. When loading, pay attention to placing the rails neatly and fixing them firmly to prevent them from moving during transportation. Generally, special clamps or ropes are used to connect and fix the rails to the flatbed, and at the same time, ensure that the center of gravity of the rails coincides with the center of gravity of the flatbed to ensure the stability of transportation.
Road transportation: When using road transportation, large flatbed trucks or trailers are generally used. Before loading, a soft cushion layer such as rubber sheet or wooden board should be laid on the bottom of the carriage to prevent the rails from directly contacting the carriage and causing wear. When loading, the rails should be stacked neatly in a certain order, and tools such as wire ropes or chains should be used to tie the rails to the carriage. In order to prevent the rails from loosening due to vehicle bumps during transportation, pay attention to moderate force when tying, and use tools such as tensioners to tighten them.
Water transport: When crane rails are transported by water, they are usually loaded in the cargo hold or on the deck of the cargo ship. If they are in the cargo hold, be careful to keep the hold dry to prevent the rails from getting damp and rusting. When loading on the deck, use a special fixing device to fix the rails to prevent them from moving or falling due to wind and waves during transportation. At the same time, the rails must be covered to avoid erosion by rain and seawater.